Update on CPIB probe on Iswaran: Investigation completed, pending AGC review
The Corrupt Practices Investigation Bureau (CPIB) has completed its investigation into Minister of Transport S.Iswaran. It is now being reviewed by the Attorney-General’s Chambers (AGC). In a written parliamentary written reply to Progress Singapore Party Non-Constituency MP Hazel Poa, who had requested an update into the ongoing investigations, Education Minister Chan Chun Sing said: “I understand that […]
Bukit Batok murder: Relatives of woman who leaves behind 2 children arrange funeral for her
A 65-year-old man has been arrested and charged on 7 January for the murder of a 43-year-old woman in Bukit Batok. On 9 January, Zaobao reported that the family of the deceased has set up a wake, with her parents, brother, and friends in attendance. The deceased had two children, a son and a daughter, […]
Diners at Bedok North food centre complain about dirty and mouldy trays
One netizen has taken to Facebook to complain about dirty and mouldy trays. These trays are not only dirty, but they are also smelly and stained with moulds. In addition to being disgusted, diners are worried about bacterial infection. Some stall owners are also worried that their businesses might be affected as a result, reported […]
Private-hire driver gets 12 weeks’ jail for taking upskirt videos of female passengers & 88 pedestrians
Not all 88 will make you Huat. This kind will land you in jail. A private-hire vehicle driver who took upskirt videos of female passengers and another 88 pedestrians on escalators was sentenced to 12 weeks’ jail on 8 January, reported Zaobao. The man, Low Jun Xian, 36, pleaded guilty to four counts of voyeurism, […]
President Tharman: Singapore is the only country that benefits from our reserves even though we don’t produce oil
If Gahmen anyhowly use our reserves, we won’t even have money to invest. Don’t even need to think of returns from investment! Come 16 February, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Mr Lawrence Wong, will be delivering Singapore’s FY2024 Budget. Ahead of Singapore’s FY2024 Budget, DPM Lawrence Wong and his Ministry officials and investment […]
Ex-husband of socialite Kim Lim slaps with $3,200 fine and 2-year driving ban for drink driving
Former husband of socialite Kim Lim was sentenced to two years and 10 months’ jail and a fine of $40,000 for participating in illegal gambling activities in 2023. On Monday (8 January), the 33-year-old Singaporean who is currently serving his jail term was fined $3,200 and banned from driving for two years for drink driving […]
Maid borrows $4,000 from loan sharks, steals passport to run away
A maid who was working in Singapore borrowed nearly $4,000 from loan sharks. After her employer found out about it, she broke open a drawer in the house with a knife while her employer was away, took her passport and ran away. Her employer, Ika, told Shin Min Daily News that the maid she hired […]
Singaporean man got robbed in Kuala Lumpur after walking into a dark alley
A Singaporean young man was on holiday in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia when he was robbed by at least four men in an alley, reported Zaobao. He recounted that he was out alone to buy late-night snacks when the robbery took place. He was beaten up by his attackers who also robbed him of his wallet […]
75-year-old man allegedly dies 16 days after being hit by electric waste truck at Boon Lay
A man in his seventies, who suffered fractures in his left hand and hit after he was hit by an electric waste truck, has passed away. The 75-year-old man was hospitalized for 16 days after his surgery, but he unfortunately passed away yesterday due to cardiac arrest. His family is appealing for witnesses of the […]
Lazada apologises over retrenchment exercise after NTUC condemns move as “unacceptable”
If you have been following the Lazada retrenchment news closely, you would know that the most latest update is that the National Trades Union Congress (NTUC) and its affiliate Food Drinks and Allied Workers Union (FDAWU) are in the middle of negotiating with Lazada to press them for more benefits for the affected workers. But […]